Premiere Rush is a simplified video editing app from Adobe. Starting now, it is available on Android devices too. It includes vital functions of Premiere Pro, Audition, and After Effects. Don’t expect lots of customization possibilities though. Premiere Rush is all about quick workflow.
Adobe Premiere Rush is available for Android
Adobe’s simplified video editing app called Premiere Rush came to desktop computers and iOS devices already last year. Now, Adobe is finally releasing Premiere Rush for Android devices as well. Now you can work on projects on all platforms – iOS, macOS, Windows, and Android.
Adobe Premiere Rush
The Rush is a simplified, all-in-one video editing app which includes vital functions from the Premiere Pro, Audition, and even some motion graphics presets from After effects. Goal of this app is to speed up the process of video post production. Most people use Rush for quick social media videos, because everything can be quickly done directly in the phone. According to Adobe, the app includes quick exporting options optimized for social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter. That means users can input video title and add metadata like descriptions in Premiere Rush, instead of doing it in each individual app.
Another advantage of the Premiere Rush is that it synchronizes projects in the cloud, so you can continue working on the project on a PC and even open it in the Premiere Pro. Along with the app launch, Adobe also added new motion graphics presets in the app.
Adobe Premiere Rush is available in english, french, spanish, german, korean, and japanese. Unfortunately, it is only supported on a few Android 9.0 (Pie or P) smartphones at the moment. Following devices running Android 9.0 are supported: Samsung Galaxy S10/10+, S9/9+, Note9, Note8, S10e; Google Pixel 3/3XL, 2/2XL; OnePlus 6T. Hopefully Adobe is working on compatibility with other devices too. The Adobe Premiere Rush can be downloaded here in Google Play store or in the Samsung Galaxy app store.
Simple interface of Premiere Rush
The licence for Rush is already included in the Creative Cloud all-apps plan from Adobe. For those who don’t have Creative cloud, the Rush as a standalone app costs $9.99 US per month for a single user. The Premiere Rush subscription includes 100GB of cloud storage, which can even be expanded to 10TB.
There is also a free starter plan for Rush, which allows users to start unlimited number of projects, but it is limited to three exports. It also includes 2GB of cloud storage.
What do you think of Adobe Premiere Rush? Did you already work with the app? Is it stable? Let us know in the comments underneath the article.
Source: The Verge

The Yongnuo YN450 is a smart mirrorless camera with Android operating system and a 16MP micro four thirds image sensor. It features a Canon EF mount, a 5″ multi-touch 1080p display, as well as a 4G SIM card slot for instant content sharing.
Yongnuo is a Chinese company, well known for their affordable LED panels, flashes and lenses, too. Lately, they have been expanding their repertoire: The company first teased their Android-based mirrorless camera last year in October. We spoke with a Yongnuo representative during CP+ 2019 in Japan and asked some questions about the YN450 mirrorless camera.
Yongnuo YN450 Mirrorless Camera
The camera consists of a very slim, smartphone-like design (except for the lens with the mount, of course). There is a 5″ 1080p multi-touch display on the back-side of the body. The Yongnuo YN450 will apparently run on the Android 7.1 operating system with a Qualcomm 8-core processor. It has a 16MP micro four thirds image sensor from Panasonic, and shooting photos in RAW will be possible.
The camera has 32GB internal memory and a micro SD (TF) memory card slot. It seems like that slot will be limited to 32GB (?!) cards – and SDXC standard will not be supported. In my opinion, the combination of such a small internal memory and a limited memory card slot does not make much sense. Hopefully, the manufacturer will decide to include a bigger storage once the camera is released.
Yongnuo decided to equip their camera with the Canon EF lens mount, which might have to do with Yongnuo’s lens portfolio, which is based on Canon EF mount (and Nikon F mount). However, that mount makes the whole camera-lens combination very bulky and actually prevents one from being able to use more compact micro four thirds lenses, which would be a better match for the sensor, in my opinion.
The camera will shoot 4K video with 30fps, which is currently the only information about its video capabilities. Let’s hope that other frame rates will be available too, when launched. The camera supports autofocus either by tapping on the desired area on the display, or by half-pressing the shutter button.
The additional features of the Yongnuo YN450 move it closer towards a smartphone. There is a SIM card slot within the camera’s body to connect it to 4G for instant content sharing, andWifi connectivity will also be available. Furthermore, there is a front-facing 8MP camera next to the display, as well as built-in GPS. The removable 4,000 mAh battery should be able to power the camera for up to 4 hours of continuous use.
The company aims to launch the camera for the Chinese market already during April 2019. Next might possibly be availability in the US. The price of the device is said to be under $500 USD.
What do you think of the Yongnuo YN450 smart camera? Do you think cameras with built-in smartphone OS are the future? Let us know in the comments underneath the article.
Additional source: Yongnuo Rumors

Back in 2016 Miggo, an Israeli company, introduced the Pictar One. A hardware device for controlling and enhancing the iPhone’s photo and video abilities. Now, a little over two years after their first campaign, Miggo are back on Kickstarter with a new and improved version of their neat device: The Pictar Pro.
This new version sports a metal body, improved (and larger) controls, a built-in battery for wirelessly charging the phone (if the phone supports it), and, most importantly, advanced video capabilities over the original Pictar One. It works with all recent iPhones (from 6 to Xs including plus and max models) and a number of leading Android models.
Pictar Pro Camera Grip
This device turns your phone’s camera into a fully-fledged pro camera with all the hardware buttons and dials you would expect on a DSLR camera. Four external controls, several mounting points for accessories and the ergonomic shape of the unit itself let you operate your phone’s camera like the real thing. The magic ingredient, however, is the app that connects seamlessly with Pictar Pro. Combined, these two parts unleash the full potential of that tiny lens on the back of your phone.
The Pictar Pro only comes in one version that fits all compatible smartphones. You don’t have to choose between the original and the plus model for larger phones anymore. Once you insert the phone into the Pictar Pro camera grip you’re all set. You don’t have to wait for a Bluetooth connection whatsoever because there’s no Bluetooth involved here.
The device emits a short, very high-frequency audio signal, one for each control element. These sounds can’t be heard by humans but your phone’s mic will pick it up and sends it off to the Pictar app. Inside the app these tones are being translated into control commands for the actual camera. That way battery life is increased and the frustration of wacky Bluetooth connections is decreased.
This new model sports a number of new features targeted at video shooters. A 1/4 20 tread is located at the bottom of the unit, a cold shoe mount on the top. Furthermore, you can open up a tiny flap on the side of the Pictar Pro in order to connect an external microphone directly to your phone.
Pro Video Features
A really cool feature is the ability to use a dedicated viewfinder rather than the bare screen of the attached phone. Once the little (and foldable) viewfinder is attached to the Pictar Pro the app will shrink the screen to just a tiny portion of the actual display to fit the viewfinders field of view. This is cool when shooting in bright sunlight!
The new zoom rocker can be used to smoothly zoom in and out while in video mode. The original Pictar One used a dial instead of a rocker which resulted in not so smooth zooms. The zoom speed can be adjusted, of course. The new app, in conjunction with the Pictar Pro, now even features video stabilization and you now can control the frame rate of your videos
App Features
In order to use the Pictar Pro you need the dedicated Pictar app (available for iOS and Android). This is the brain and master of the hardware attached. In conjunction with the hardware controls you really get a serious camera. Pressing the shutter button only halfway through to lock exposure/focus and reframing your shot afterwards? Not a problem (and you can’t do that on your phone). Snapping photos in RAW or TIFF format? Sure!
In terms of video, the app lets you pull off things you simply can’t do with the native camera app of your phone. Such as controlling the zoom speed, displaying a histogram, increasing the shutter speed, controlling ISO, manipulating the frame rate or using manual focus rather than wacky auto focus.
Furthermore, since the phone’s camera section is unobstructed by the Pictar Pro you are free to use whatever clip-on lenses you like.
Specifications
The Pictar Pro is 110 x 95,4 x 35 mm (4.33 x 3.75 x 1.37 in) in size (L x H x D) and weights 225g (0.49 lbs). IN the box you’ll find the Pictar Pro unit itself, a viewfinder, a wrsit strap, a neck strap, a carrying case, a charging cable and the owner’s manual. And you’ll need to download the free app, of course.
Supported phones (as of Aug 1st 2018) are the following:
This list will be updated regularly so if you don’t find your phone on it, check the Kickstarter campaign page for updates! Hint: The new iPhone Xs, Xs max and Xr are supported, too.
Pricing and Availability
Pictar Pro is available through Kickstarter, which means you can’t buy it but have to financially support their campaign and then get a Pictar Pro as a reward once it’s successful. Said campaign runs for almost 2 months from now. Pricing is $119 (early bird) or $129 (regular Kickstarter price) for the Pictar Pro only. Several kits are available, too. Shipping should start around March 2019.
Please keep in mind that Kickstarter is not an online shot but a crowdfunding platform. Anything can happen including the total loss of your “investment”. Since the original Pictar One campaign was a huge success, though, I think it’s safe to say that the guys behind it have a solid reputation of delivering a quality product in time.
Links: Kickstarter | mymiggo.com
What do you think about the Pictar Pro camera grip? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Lenser Viewfinder Simulator is a cost effective app that has a wide array of professional lens and camera systems for fast reference framing.
There’s always the need to share references compositions of a project – Discussions with the Director, a starting point for storyboard artists, references for Art and Lighting departments; it’s only natural that something as instant and ubiquitous as a smartphone would serve a suitable platform for sharing this information.
It’s why Viewfinder Simulator apps are popular nowadays – take some quick snaps on your phone – send to all.
Lenser approaches Viewfinder Simulation approaches from a cost-effective and easy-of-use angle.
At the time of writing, the £4.99 / $4.99 / € 5.49 price tag is considerably cheaper than other popular Viewfinder Simulator apps.
Features
Having downloaded Lenser and having a quick play, I can see that it is indeed very easy to use.
A settings page gives you three main options – pick you camera, pick you lenses, pick your aspect ratio and you’re good to go.
You also have a second aspect ratio to act as an overlay guide (useful if you’re shooting Spherical lenses and are cropping to 2.35:1 in post for example).
In Viewfinder mode you can quickly swipe through focal lengths within your lens package, there’s an overlay on the bottom providing spec of the lens including max T stop and close focus.
You can set up some favourite camera packages to switch between for quick comparison, as well as leave out a particular focal length in the swipe function (if you don’t have access to a full set of lenses).
There’s a great body of professional camera formats and lens packages (listed below). It’s nice to see the mindfield of different RED sensors and formats in there in a concise manner.
How accurate is it?
I did a fast and loose test with in house kit to see how accurate the app is on an iPhone Plus.
The Lenser app is designed by DP Spenser T. Nottage for the professional market, so is missing smaller mirrorless camera systems and stills lenses.
I was able to match the RED Dragon camera format, but had to match my Milvus lenses to ZEISS CP2s instead.
Accuracy is pretty good. It certainly does the job for getting things in the same ballpark.
I would never advise anybody trusting a viewfinder app down to the pixel, so in this regard Lenser certainly does it’s job.
Function
Lenser proudly claims a clean user interface. I would agree, everything is easy to access and simple, images are saved straight to your Camera Roll, making it easy to export images.
The camera integration is maybe something for development; it seems sometimes it auto exposes, other times it doesn’t. Same with focus (although I state this after only a couple of minutes trial, maybe I need time to understand it better).
Full list of compatible camera and lens formats can be found below:
This is an ongoing list, and the Lenser website suggests that requests for certain missing packages are always welcome.
Available on iOS devices, found here.

The most important part of a camera is the eye behind it – so the saying goes. But what should you mount on the other side of the camera? Which lens to get out of the countless choices? The CineLenses App might know the answer, as well as the best place to get it.
This database-in-your-pocket might be a handy companion when it comes to choosing the perfect lens for your next project.
The CineLenses App
The app itself is not a new release, it’s been around for almost a year now, but the developers keep pushing it and have just released version 2.5 of the CineLenses app. This release introduces push notifications about new lenses and new rental houses where you can get them.
The app itself is pretty basic but that’s actually a good thing. When you start using it for the first time it will help you become familiar with it through a bunch of overlay tutorial screens, while downloading the latest version of the full database to your device. After that initial process, the CineLenses app is really self-explanatory. You can choose from numerous manufacturers such as ARRI, Cooke, Angenieux or Zeiss. But the catalogue doesn’t stop there, you really can dig deep into the database and find lesser-known lens makers such as Van Diemen Optics or Zero Optics. All the details are right there: including length and weight of every lens, T-stop, front diameter, coverage, mount, etc.
The full list is sorted by type of lens (spherical or anamorphics), manufacturers or rental houses. Once you choose spherical lenses, for example, the app offers finer selection options: Primes, zooms, teles, macros, wide angles, tilt/shifts and extenders – it’s all there. You can add specific lenses to your personal list and check if there’s a rental house near you that stocks them. The App can be set to metric or imperial units, too.
Is it Worth it?
For me personally, the CineLenses App offers great value for less than $10, gathering information on a vast variety of lenses, all in one place. The choice of available rental houses is more saturated in the US, obviously, but you can find places all over the world. It’s good to have a full database for all kinds of cine lenses right in the pocket.
The app is $8.99 (€9,99) and it’s available for both iOS and Android.
The only downside lies in the implementation of the app. It doesn’t run particularly smoothly on my iPhone SE and some buttons are a little hard to hit. More often than not I end up hitting the home button instead of the back button sitting right next to it. The scrolling isn’t as smooth as I’d like it to be. But compared to the value this CineLenses app has to offer, these quirks are really minor and since the developers constantly update the app, it should be easy to fix.
Links: iOS | android | website
What do you think of this app? Would you use a lens database like this on a daily basis? Let us know in the comments below!

Artemis Prime Directors Viewfinder app and hardware solution allows you to compose any shot from any camera and lens combination.
Directors viewfinders are a must have on set to frame up shots and compose scenes but due to their construction they can be expensive. The Artemis Prime by Chemical Wedding is a hardware and iPad app solution to visualize the field of view from a range of industry standard cameras and lenses.
Artemis Prime
The cameras and lenses can be chosen in the app depending on your choice of setup, as well as frame guides that aid in shot composition, from traditional 16:9 through to 2:39:1 aspect ratios. You also have the ability to load a look into the on screen preview, however as the app is for visualization, LUT’s are not supported, yet. Virtual stand ins for character placement can be added, along with notes for crew or others in the .
The hardware aspect of Artemis Prime is the lens mount which is integrated with an Apple iPad running the app. It can accept any PL or Panavision mount lens, and both spherical or anamorphic lens types. The downside to this is the hardware is around $6500.00 and is not available with common lens mounts such as EF, E or Nikon F mount. However, compared to traditional directors viewfinders, that price point is actually very competitive – but it might still be the most expensive iPad Case in the world, despite being much more than that.
That being said, the Artemis Directors Viewfinder app is available on the iTunes Store for only $29.99, with the Artemis Pro update becoming available around November time. Whether its your first short film up to high end productions, the Artemis Directors Viewfinder app can give you the foresight to compose any scene and camera setup, with the Artemis Prime hardware extending that functionality.
Artemis Prime by Chemical Weddings is available to purchase on their website here.
Will you be checking out the Artemis Directors Viewfinder app for your future filmmaking adventures? Let us know in the comments.

The GNARBOX is a 128GB storage device built for rough outdoor use, and it’s here to help you back up and edit your high-res footage right there in the field. And it’s available now.
credit: @stevejenness | http://www.gnarbox.com
Meet GNARBOX… Finally!
This one may actually sound familiar to you. The GNARBOX is not exactly new, as the original Kickstarter campaign was already successfully funded back in August 2015. But as you may know, things can get pretty complicated for start-up companies when it comes to actually mass producing and delivering their advertised product.
It took the Santa Monica, CA-based company almost 20 months after their Kickstarter funding to actually bring the finished product to market. Right now, you can pre-order it for a March 2017 delivery, so it should be only a matter of weeks now.
How it Works
The GNARBOX is a 128GB hard drive built into a rugged and weatherproof case which also provides an ad-hoc WiFi network and several USB and SD connections.
The workflow is easy: shoot some footage and then back up your media by connecting your microSD or SD card to the GNARBOX. If you use CF cards, you can also use a USB 3 card reader. After that, you can connect your phone or tablet to the GNARBOX via the provided iOS or Android app. You can edit the full-resolution footage (up to 4K), add music and export the resulting clip in 1080p to either your mobile device or the GNARBOX itself.
How it works
After you’re done backing up and editing your footage, you can upload the resulting clip straight to Vimeo, for example. You’ll need to make use of a wireless internet connection, so you’ll need to be in an area with phone reception or WiFi. On top of that, you can also make a second backup using a standard external hard drive, which also can be used to expand the built-in 128GB worth of storage.
Shockproof, weatherproof and dustproof, the GNARBOX does really seem to be pretty durable and made for the outdoors. Also, the device sports a built-in 4000mAh battery, so you’re able to work with it in remote locations without the need for an external power supply.
Since seeing is believing, you can watch a full-blown tutorial video of the workflow below.
Specifications
Features:
Intel ® Quad Core, 1.92GHZ CPU
4 Core Intel ® HD Graphics GPU
Dual band 300mbps 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi
USB3.0 allows 100MB/sec write & 270MB/sec read
2GB RAM
1 AMP Out per USB
Compatible with CF Card Readers
128GB FLASH Memory
Supported media resolutions:
.MP4, .MOV, .JPG, .PNG, and .RAW files
<720p, 720p, 1080p, 1440p, 2.7k, 4k
12fps, 15fps, 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, 60fps, 80fps, 90fps, 120fps, 240fps
Conclusion
I like the idea of being able to backup and edit my footage right there in the field in full resolution. Sure, you can edit your GoPro or DJI drone footage within the respective apps, too. But you won’t get full resolution, and therefore it’s no decent backup either.
Let’s hope that customers still have faith in the company given the long gap between the successful Kickstarter campaign and the now open pre-order.
What do you think? Could this be your go-to companion for your next trip to the wilderness? Let us know in the comments below!
link: website

FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) has released a smartphone app called B4UFLY, designed to show drone operators any restricted areas and to inform them of local rules. In an effort to educate drone users of flight restrictions, DJI has launched a public beta of their new geofencing system.
Prices for drones are at a very competitive level and have therefore been available to the masses. This has caused some issues, with many hobby drone pilots not aware of restricted areas or not taking into account the safety aspect of flying drones near airports or busy areas. Despite the technological advances, drones are still susceptible to malfunction and could cause serious injury. Recently, during a live skiing event, Austrian skier Marcel Hirscher almost got hit by one of the TV channel’s drones.
In order to combat reckless drone flying, many countries are implementing regulations for drone pilots to register their drones with the FAA or equivalent. In certain instances, drone operators even need to acquire a pilot licence. Here, various drone-specific laws are taught. It’s a lot to keep track of, which is why the FAA has released B4UFLY, a smartphone app designed to keep drone users informed.
B4UFLY—an abbreviation of “before you fly”—allows users to pre-emptively plan out flight routes and check against local rules. If you’re in a city such as Washington D.C, for instance, the app will warn you that drone use is prohibited. If you’re near an airport, it will propagate restrictions and special rules.
DJI’s Geofencing System
DJI launched a public beta version of its new geofencing system in North America and Europe. Geospatial Environment Online (GEO) provides drone users with up-to-date guidance on locations where flight may be restricted by regulation, or raise safety or security concerns. This upgrade to DJI’s existing geofencing system will give users access to “live information about areas temporarily restricted from flight due to forest fires, major stadium events, VIP travel, and other changing circumstances. The GEO system will also show restricted areas around locations like prisons, power plants and other sensitive areas where drone flight would raise non-aviation security concerns.”
GEO will allow drone operators with verified DJI accounts to self-authorize and temporarily unlock flight in some locations.
Certain areas where drone flight is not allowed, such as Washington D.C., will remain as unlockable no-fly zones. Unlocking requires a DJI account verified with a credit card, debit card or mobile phone number. DJI will neither collect nor store the information, and the service is free.
The verified account is required only if a user chooses to fly in a location that might raise aviation safety or security concerns.
Use of GEO requires a drone firmware update and installation of a beta version of the DJI Go app. Android users can directly download the APK file at http://bit.ly/1PyIVIA. Users of iOS devices can request a download of the beta app by providing an email address to [email protected].
The GEO public beta will work with both DJI’s Phantom 3 and Inspire 1 drones, with specific versions available for download at http://www.dji.com/flysafe/geo-system. A final version will be available shortly after the beta stage.